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News from January 2018

Phoenix delegates address key issues with lawmakers in Washington

By Marian Johns | Jan 9, 2018

The 2017 Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Executive Dialogue delegation recently helped to represent Arizona's business community while meeting with law makers in Washington, D.C. and advocating for several key issues to support their region's economic growth.

Avondale to revamp accessibility to 34 traffic signals

By Marian Johns | Jan 9, 2018

A project to enhance and increase the accessibility of 34 of Avondale's pedestrian crosswalks and bring them up to federal standards is underway.

Cochise County treasurer elected president of statewide group

By Marian Johns | Jan 9, 2018

Cochise County Treasurer Cathy Traywick, who was recently elected president of the Arizona Association of Counties, accepted two awards on behalf of the county during the organization's awards event.

Marana High recognized for work with Special Olympics Arizona

By Marian Johns | Jan 8, 2018

Marana High School has been recognized for its work with the Special Olympics, receiving the title of National Unified Champion School.

Black Fur-Day weekend finds home for 247 pets

By Marian Johns | Jan 8, 2018

The Pima Animal Care Center recently held a Black Fur-Day adoption weekend that resulted in finding homes for 247 pets.

Surprise promotes literacy through bookmark art contest

By Marian Johns | Jan 8, 2018

The City of Surprise Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission and the Friends of the Surprise Libraries have kicked off a bookmark contest for sixth- through eighth-grade students to help create awareness for reading and literacy.

Homeless Work Program begins second year in Tucson

By Marian Johns | Jan 8, 2018

Tucson's Homeless Work Program marks the start of its second year this month and the participation of over 260 people who have helped to clean up over 100 locations throughout the city.

Surprise offers interactive Court Exploring Program for high schoolers

By Marian Johns | Jan 8, 2018

The City of Surprise is now accepting applications for its Court Exploring Program that gives high school students a chance to learn about and participate in Arizona's court system.

Nondurable manufacturing industry Q4 net sales up 8.1%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The nondurable manufacturing industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 8.1 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Fabricated metal products industry Q4 net sales up 3.8%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The fabricated metal products industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 3.8 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Information industry Q4 net sales up 5.1%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The information industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 5.1 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Computer and electronic products industry Q4 net sales up 3.5%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The computer and electronic products industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 3.5 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Nonmetallic mineral products industry Q4 net sales up 7.2%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The nonmetallic mineral products industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 7.2 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Chemicals industry Q4 net sales up 3.6%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The chemicals industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 3.6 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Publishing industries Q4 net sales up 10.2%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The publishing industry's net sales, excluding online publishing in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 10.2 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Beverage and tobacco products industry Q4 net sales down 3.8%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The beverage and tobacco products industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were down 3.8 percent from the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Wholesale trade industry Q4 net sales up 7.4%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The wholesale trade industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 7.4 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Basic chemicals, resins and synthetics industry Q4 net sales up 6.1%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The basic chemicals, resins and synthetics industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 6.1 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Computer and electronic products industry Q4 net sales up 3.5%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The computer and electronic products industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 3.5 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

Wood products industry Q4 net sales up 18.1%

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 7, 2018

The wood products industry’s net sales in the fourth quarter of 2017 were up 18.1 percent over the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

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